Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s office is under scrutiny after a report from the Auditor General revealed shocking details about the office’s spending habits.
According to the report by Nation Africa, the office spent approximately Ksh 6,600 every minute over the past three months, totaling a staggering Ksh 875 million.
This figure reflects a significant increase from the Ksh 332 million spent in the previous three months, ending in September 2024.
These revelations have raised questions about accountability and the prudent use of public funds.
The Auditor General’s findings indicate that the majority of the expenditures were categorized under hospitality, travel, and communication of government policies and programs.
Such spending has sparked concerns among citizens and policymakers alike, given the current economic challenges facing the country.
Critics argue that these expenses are excessive and unjustifiable, especially for an office that should exemplify fiscal discipline.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who was impeached by Parliament in October 2024, faced similar accusations of financial mismanagement.
However, the current figures attributed to Kindiki’s office surpass those reported during Gachagua’s tenure, further fueling debates about whether leadership changes have brought any improvement in the management of public resources.
The reported spending translates to Ksh 6,600 per minute, an amount that many Kenyans find difficult to comprehend.
For a country grappling with high levels of unemployment, inflation, and widespread poverty, such figures seem detached from the realities of ordinary citizens.
Observers are questioning the justification for such lavish expenditures, particularly in areas like hospitality and travel, which appear to consume a significant portion of the budget.
Despite the damning report, neither Deputy President Kindiki nor his office has issued a statement to clarify or defend the expenditures.
This silence has left many wondering whether there will be any accountability or whether the report will be ignored.
The public and opposition leaders are calling for transparency and a detailed breakdown of how the funds were used to ensure that taxpayers’ money was spent responsibly.
The timing of these revelations is particularly significant as Kindiki’s administration continues to settle into office following Gachagua’s impeachment.
The report has overshadowed any positive developments the Deputy President might have achieved, with critics focusing on the financial mismanagement allegations.
Kindiki now faces mounting pressure to address these concerns and prove that his leadership is committed to integrity and financial prudence.
The Nation Africa and other media outlets have confirmed the accuracy of the Auditor General’s findings, lending credibility to the reports.
The report on Kindiki’s office is unlikely to fade anytime soon, as Kenyans demand accountability for every shilling spent.
It remains to be seen whether Kindiki will accept or deny the claims or take measures to restore public confidence in his office. Until then, the matter is bound to remain a heated topic of discussion across the country.
